Max- Such a sweet, genuine name. I can't imagine meeting a little boy named Max and him not being adorable, and also just a little bit devilish. This is currently the frontrunner when my bf and I have a son (I was glad to see it drop out of the top 100 this year!)

I have a Max (age 3-ish) at work and that description fits him to a T lol

Holiday- I ADORE this name. And I know it's not everyone's cup of tea but I think it's just lovely. And I could see it working on a cute curly haired, MaryJane wearing little girl as well as a strong, sweet, beautiful woman.

Charles- Again classic handsome and strong. And the more accessible nn Charlie is undeniably endearing

Clementine- despite some people's strong association with the fruit I find this vintage name just darling, it's sweet and dainty but still has some back bone to it.

Sawyer- I love it's connection to TomSawyer. And it just seems like a name of a mischievous little boy who grows up to be a kind, humble and strong man.

Daphne- sweet and classic but somehow still spunky and charming

Felix- charmingly classic and fresh. Yet unexpected

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Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns. ~George Eliot

Lila -- this has been my number one name since I was seventeen. For me, Lila's meanings are an incredibly layered and rich. I was bummed when the lil- names became so popular but with Lila I don't think that it will dissuade me. I love it despite the thousands of other little Lila's running around.

Leonora -- this is a spin off of my partner's grandmother's name (Leonie). I think that Leonora is just the most stately and sophisticated name out there (this might be influenced by the grandmother though. She is a pretty special lady). Plus I adore the idea of either Leo or Nora as nicknames!

Rosalie -- this is my grandmother's name. For a while there I thought that this name was my own secret. Oh well. I still think its gorgeous.

Magnolia -- magnolia trees have always been one of my favorite harbingers of spring time. I adore their pearly white and fuchsia petals. I think this name is so decadent and feminine. (And it seems to be a berry favorite!!)

Daphne -- a recent addition to my list. I still want to keep researching her. I love that this name has such a rich history but still feels so young and fresh.

Soleil -- I would only use this as a middle name. The combo LilaSoleil has been stuck in my head since I was 17. I love the balance of the meanings (night and sun).

Bennett -- I don't really have a particularly profound reason for liking this name. I just like how it looks and sounds. But I don't really need any more reason than that!

Sullivan -- a family surname. I love how it sounds so jaunty and chipper despite sounding similar to sullen...

Gilbert -- my grandfather's name. I secretly don't like it yet but I am convinced that I will like it soon. I think I am little ahead of the trend on this one so I am holding onto it because my grandfather is surely a worthy namesake.

GirlsZoey- despite its popularity, I just adore this name (and yes, with the y ending). It's tomboyish but feminine but friendly. I just smile whenever I hear it.Hester- I have no idea why I love this name so. I've never read The Scarlett Letter. But this name feels so strong to me and I love the way it sounds, all soft and whisper-liker.Rosemary- This is my favorite of the rose- names. It sounds so sweet when you say it out loud, and I like all of its potential nicknames- Rosie, Romy, and Mary.Matilda- Matilda was one of my favorite books as a child, and it's a great namesake; a kid who triumphs over adults due to her vast intelligence. Also Tillie is a nickname that sounds like bells to me. Dinah/Georgia- These two names go together because I love them for the same reason; they are strong names with a Southern accent. Miriam- If I could choose a name for myself, this would be it. It's unusual but familiar, and I love the nicknames- Mitzi and Miri
Runner ups would be Clementine, Laura, Daisy, and Tessa.

BoysHuxley- Although I would probably never use this in real life (I feel like everyone would assume he would be names after AldousHuxley, who I don't really love), I adore this name. I love the -ley ending on boys and this is one of the rare names that hasn't gone to the girls yet. Also Hux is adorableNolan- This name wins points for having an Irish origin, and I love ls in boy names.Russell- This name just feels happy to me. I love the sounds of the s in the middle.Miles- I like Milo, but I think I love this shorter version more. It also has a great meaning.Harris- If I had a boy tomorrow this would be his name. Harrison is too surnamey, and Harry makes me think of PrinceHarry or HarryPotter.Atlas- Despite being the name of a Greek God, I can totally imagine this name on a little boy. It sounds so happy.